MNGLCA Featured on Minnesota LIVE to Share “Feathers on the Farm”

The Minnesota Grazing Lands Conservation Association (MNGLCA) was excited to be featured LIVE in the studio on Channel 5’s Minnesota Live this morning!


MNGLCA Board Member and farmer John Meyer joined Leah Matzke, MNGLCA Event and Communications Coordinator, to share details about the upcoming “Feathers on the Farm” event — a unique opportunity for attendees to explore the connection between grazing lands, conservation, and prairie bird habitat in Minnesota.


Hosted at Rock Dell Forage Farms in Stewartville, Feathers on the Farm brings together farmers, bird enthusiasts, conservation supporters, and families for an engaging on-farm experience focused on how well-managed grazing lands can support thriving wildlife habitat across Minnesota’s prairie landscapes.


Minnesota Live highlighted the growing excitement surrounding the event and the important role working lands play in supporting native bird populations. Visitors will have the chance to experience beautiful prairie landscapes firsthand while learning from conservation and grazing experts.


Watch full segment below or visit: Feathers on the Farm at Rock Dell Forage Farms - KSTP.com 5 Eyewitness News


Registration is required by Sunday, May 31. Admission is $10 per adult, and students and children attend free.

To register or learn more, contact Leah Matzke at leah.matzke@mnglca.org or 507-232-9902.


Thank you to the Minnesota Live team for the opportunity to share the story of grazing, conservation, and prairie birds with viewers across the state!

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